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Kenmar B.
Wyandanch, NY
$17-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! I am a direct support professional. I currently work in a group home for adults with mental disabilities. I have 5 years experience working with individuals with autism, traumatic brain injuries, cerebral palsy, schizophrenia, dementia and Alzheimer's. I am patient, soft spoken, and reliable. I am looking for a full time...
Kayla G.
Wyandanch, NY
$16-28/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Kayla I Am A Direct Support Professional And A Nurse Assistant.
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My name is Kayla I am 19 years old, I have my own vehicle and I have years worth of experience in taking care of children, teens and adults with special needs
Damaris H.
Wyandanch, NY
$25-34/hr
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I am a CNA currently with experience caring for the elderly as well as kids and also disabled, autistic individuals. I'm very passionate, kind, caring, calm and very patient and empathetic. I have experience working with special needs individuals for over 3 years now ranging from autism, to cerebral palsy, ADHD, OCD, and the...
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Hello everyone! I am a 23-year-old full time student. I am working on my M. A. in Forensic Psychology at John Jay College in NYC. My undergraduate degree is a B. A. in Psychology from SUNY Old Westbury. Although I do not have paid experience from babysitting, I do have experience. I have been watching my little cousins since...
Dawn P.
Bethpage, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, I'm a mom of 2 boys soon 15 & 18. Non smoker and have no problem with pets. I am a certified Teachers Assistant, employed at Central Boulevard Elementary School in Bethpage, NY. I work with main stream and 1-1 with special needs children. I have many years of child care experience, having two of my own and also worked on NYC...
5.0
"Hi. I have known dawn for some time. She has helped me with my kids when they were babies and also now at the elementary school age. She has always been dependable and my kids always feel safe when they are...
Reviewed by Jennifer L.
Kelley G.
Huntington Station, NY
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
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My Name's Kelley!
I am a 19yr old, High-school Graduate. I am furthering my education studying Criminal Justice.
I am very flexible and willing to work with you.
I have cared full-time for children as young as 6 weeks up until 8 years old.
I have experience with special needs children.
I have CPR and First Aid certification...
5.0
"She is very honest and a suitable addition to almost all home types. I used her for 2 years and she was so wonderful. My infant and toddler loved Kelley! "
Reviewed by Jamie S.
Christine C.
Deer Park, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I worked as a para educator in New York. I am trained in ABA, CPR, First Aide, and CPI. I have had children from 5 - 14 years of age, some very low functioning and some high. I have done community outings with these children. One child in particular was non verbal. I taught him to use the computer after many months he was typing...
5.0
"Christine is awesome. She is super dependable and was able to manage with ease. My twin babies love her. They become so happy the minute she walks in. She does not sit idle a minute, she is always trying to...
Reviewed by Ramya S.
Rachel B.
North Babylon, NY
$22-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver For All Ages, Special Needs, And Pets!
5.0
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Hi Parents! My name is Rachel. I'm 28. I am fully vaccinated against COVID19. I am located in North Babylon. I have over 10 years experience working with kids aged newborn-teen. I have experience with special needs children and adults. I do not mind helping with small household chores, pets, and driving. I currently work full...
5.0
"Rachel is very experienced, and it shows in how she interacts with children of different ages! She seems to genuinely enjoy engaging with children, and is **HIGHLY** trustworthy. I can't recommend her enough,...
Reviewed by Alice N.
5.0
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my name is Mary. Im 61 yrs of age. I'm active and full of energy. I am looking for a caretaker job. Have experience. My attributes-loving caring great companion personable great cook care for all your needs. Im a gem as I've been told . please call if interested
5.0
"Mary was an amazing full time babysitter for my two young daughters for over one year! She had tons of energy and cared for my girls like they were her own children. She was always game for taking on any task...
Reviewed by Tim K.
Gessie P.
Hicksville, NY
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Gessie. Working with kids is my passion! I have extensive experience working with children of various ages. I volunteered for a year at my church's school as an aide in nursery and Pre K classes (ages 3-5). I spent six years as a catechist at my church teaching religious education to first graders. I have had...
5.0
"Extremely dependable, soft spoken, my son enjoys his time with her. She has no problem with my dog or with the therapists that come in to the house for my son. She was willing to work late and covered me for a...
Reviewed by Rob L.
5.0
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Seeking Full-time Live-in Nanny position. Moved to Long Island last year so I can be closer to my new granddaughter.
Over 20 yrs experience both in daycare and homes, and also a former foster parent, and substitute teacher's assistant for Special Needs classes . I have worked for families with various careers, from military,...
5.0
"Paula is a great asset to my single mom household. She is very punctual and great with the kids. Paula is also a Mom and doesn't let my little ones get things past her. She also helps me with my daughter who...
Reviewed by Michelle L.
Cindy R.
Huntington Station, NY
$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! I am a student at New England College this is my senior year and I'm originally from New York
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has experience in caring for children all ages. I have worked with children in summer camps and preschools also children who have special needs. With me, your children will...
Madelyn D.
Hauppauge, NY
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi, I hope you are doing well! I attend SUNY Oswego where I am majoring in childhood education and plan to get my masters in Special Education. While I am away at school I work at a daycare with ages ranging from infancy to school-aged children. I used to work for Western Suffolk Boces as a paraprofessional with kids with...
5.0
"Madelyn came to my home and looked after my cats while I was away. She came by at least a couple of times a day to feed and check in on them. Madelyn also let them in and out and took care of the liter boxes....
Reviewed by Bill H.
5.0
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Hello!
I have been caring for babies and children since I was 12 years of age as a babysitter for my 3 siblings as well as in my neighborhood plus many referrals! I was employed as a camp counselor for children ranging from pre-k up to 4th graders in my teen years. I attended SUNY New Paltz for Art Education. Work experience...
5.0
"Laura is a wonderful caregiver. My 9 year old son loves having her sit for him. She is interactive, loving, kind, and dependable. She is just fabulous!"
Reviewed by Sally W.
5.0
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Hello, my name is Crystal and I am 33 years old. I am a graduate of Long Island University Post Campus with my Bachelor's degree and teaching certification in Childhood Education. I have a Master's Degree and am certified in General and special Education.
I have been teaching for 10 years and have experience working with...
5.0
"As a single father of two young girls, finding the right babysitter was of the utmost importance to me. With a busy work schedule that keeps me out of the house more often than I'd like, I needed someone I...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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I am a 28-year-old former CNA with plenty of experience with children including special needs children as well. Iv worked in two different elementary schools over three years so working with large groups of children is something I'm well at as well. I'm CPR certified and have a clean driving record. I'm very friendly, outgoing...
5.0
"For the time Melissa watched our baby girl, she's always been punctual and dependable. She even helped adjust our baby to taking naps in her crib!"
Reviewed by Josseline M.
5.0
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I am caring person, professional treat your family as if it was my very own. I work for assisted living for over 10 years. With supervisors to vouch for me also. I am really loving up beat full of life. Some people do this for money I do this because I care. I work as a volunteer just because a family needed help. As I m the...
Mayreni H.
Bay Shore, NY
$21-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Spanish Speaking Nursing Assistant Looking To Care For Your Loved One.
5.0
(1)
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I've been working in the healthcare field since 2006. I take care of all my patients as if they were my own family members. I've worked in nursing homes/rehabilitation centers. I have experience with dementia, and kids with special needs. I'm currently working for south shore university hospital for the last 7 years.
I'd...
5.0
"May has been an excellent addition to our household. She’s very knowledgeable and efficient. She always goes above and beyond. She’s very reliable and does whatever is needed to help. "
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Alexa F.
Massapequa, NY
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I am a college graduate and certified elementary school teacher currently working as a permanent sub. I have always loved working with children from working as a camp counselor to babysitting throughout high school and college. I also work at a summer program for children with special needs. As a babysitter, I have had the...
5.0
"We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4...
Reviewed by Carrie L.
Doreen T.
Amityville, NY
$25-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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Hello everyone! My name is Doreen, I am 61 years old. I am a mother of three children that range from the ages 16to 34. I have worked in an elementary school for 16+ years as a cafeteria monitor and love my job! I am very experienced in childcare having been a mother for the past 34 years and working in a school. Working in a...
5.0
"Doreen is absolutely fantastic! She is a very kind and respectful woman who takes the safety of children as her number one priority. My husband and I were never worried or remotely concerned for our children...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wyandanch, NY
Dawn P.
5.0
Hi. I have known dawn for some time. She has helped me with my kids when they were babies and also now at the elementary school age. She has always been dependable and my kids always feel safe when they are with her. She has watched my daughter when she was about one twice a week while I was at...
- Jennifer L.
Kelley G.
5.0
She is very honest and a suitable addition to almost all home types. I used her for 2 years and she was so wonderful. My infant and toddler loved Kelley!
- Jamie S.
Christine C.
5.0
Christine is awesome. She is super dependable and was able to manage with ease. My twin babies love her. They become so happy the minute she walks in. She does not sit idle a minute, she is always trying to help out with house work etc when the babies sleep. I consider myself very lucky to have...
- Ramya S.
Rachel B.
5.0
Rachel is very experienced, and it shows in how she interacts with children of different ages! She seems to genuinely enjoy engaging with children, and is **HIGHLY** trustworthy. I can't recommend her enough, and I'm glad I had her to rely on when I needed it!
- Alice N.
Mary C.
5.0
Mary was an amazing full time babysitter for my two young daughters for over one year! She had tons of energy and cared for my girls like they were her own children. She was always game for taking on any task or activity. She went above and beyond with homework help and was so creative in coming up...
- Tim K.
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